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Until 1974, Glamorgan (/ ɡ l ə ˈ m ɔːr ɡ ən /), or sometimes Glamorganshire (Welsh: Morgannwg [mɔrˈɡanʊɡ] or Sir Forgannwg [ˈsiːr vɔrˈɡanʊɡ]), was an administrative county in the south of Wales, and later classed as one of the thirteen historic counties of Wales.
Aug 11, 2024 · Glamorgan is a historic county in southern Wales that extends inland from the Bristol Channel coast between the Rivers Loughor and Rhymney. In the north it comprises an upland moor dissected by river valleys.
Apr 15, 2024 · Glamorgan, or occasionally Glamorganshire, (Welsh: Sir Forgannwg or Morgannwg) was one of the thirteen historic counties of Wales. It was a maritime county bounded to the north by Breconshire, to the east by Monmouthshire, to the south by the Bristol Channel, and to the west by Carmarthenshire.
The Vale of Glamorgan (Welsh: Bro Morgannwg [ˈbroː mɔrˈɡanʊɡ]), locally referred to as The Vale, is a county borough in the south-east of Wales.It borders Bridgend County Borough to the west, Cardiff to the east, Rhondda Cynon Taf to the north, and the Bristol Channel to the south. With an economy based largely on agriculture and chemicals, it is the southernmost unitary authority in Wales.
Glamorgan (Welsh: Morgannwg, historically known as Glamorganshire / Sir Forgannwg) is a traditional county in Wales. It is home to Cardiff, the Wales' capital city, along with the city of Swansea. The Bristol Channel marks the southern edge of Glamorganshire, which features the 14-mile-long Glamorgan Heritage Coast and the Gower Area of ...
Aug 16, 2022 · From a recreated 14th century village to the oldest continually inhabited castle in Wales, the Vale of Glamorgan is home to a wealth of fantastic historic sites.
The Lordship of Glamorgan was one of the most powerful and wealthy of the Welsh Marcher Lordships. The seat was Cardiff Castle. It was established by the conquest of Glamorgan from its native Welsh ruler, by the Anglo-Norman nobleman Robert FitzHamon, feudal baron of Gloucester, and his legendary followers the Twelve Knights of Glamorgan.
Whether you’re planning to visit the stunning coastline of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast, or the peaceful Vale countryside and woodlands, or you’re looking for history and culture to explore, the Vale of Glamorgan is the place to holiday, and experience south Wales.
Nestling on the award winning Heritage Coast at Southerndown, near Bridgend, in the Vale of Glamorgan, Slade Cottage and The Hen House are 2 luxurious holiday cottages offering the ultimate in style, comfort and location.
Inland, walk in the footsteps of one of the Vale’s most colourful characters on the Iolo Morganwg Heritage Walk. If you dare – try the Haunted Field walk where you’ll come across Neolothic Tinkinswood Burial Chamber - it’s capstone is one of the largest in Europe.
